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22-03-R, 1 Hour Fire-Rated Exterior Wall for Block & Base Foundations (Sub-floor Masonry Wall)

1 Hour Fire-Rated Exterior Wall for Block & Base Foundations (Sub-floor Masonry Wall) 

Updated 01/17/2023

22-03-R, 1 Hour Fire-Rated Exterior Wall for Block & Base Foundations (Sub-floor Masonry Wall)
25-01-R Two family dwelling horizontal separation

Last Updated: January 2025

25-01-R Two family dwelling horizontal separation
18-02-R Two family dwelling vertical separation

Two family dwelling vertical separation

18-02-R Two family dwelling vertical separation
22-04-R, 1-Hour Fire-Rated Exterior Wall for Block & Base Foundations (Sub-floor Knee Wall)

1 Hour Fire-Rated Exterior Wall for Block & Base Foundations (Sub-floor Knee Wall) 

Revised 01/17/2023

22-04-R, 1-Hour Fire-Rated Exterior Wall for Block & Base Foundations (Sub-floor Knee Wall)
Solar Ready Example DWG 22-01-R

This example drawing identifies what is needed on the roof plan to be compliant with the solar-ready provisions. This is drawing for reference only.

Last updated Jan. 17, 2023

Solar Ready Example DWG 22-01-R
12-08-R Example site plan for drainage requirements

Example site plan for drainage requirements.

12-08-R Example site plan for drainage requirements
Sidewalk and Roadway Obstructions and Impairments Ordinance Rules and Regulations

Summary of Sidewalk and Roadway Obstructions and Impairments Ordinance

Sidewalk and Roadway Obstructions and Impairments Ordinance Rules and Regulations
Commercial Permitting 101

This document is a brief overview of the typical commercial building permit process for the City of Houston. Links are added for reference. Please contact Building Code Enforcement for assistance with specific questions pertaining to your individual project: 832.394.9494. Presentation, May 31, 2007.

Last updated: February 2024

Commercial Permitting 101
Appointment Scheduler and Check-in Guide for Plan Review

Step by step guide on how to schedule an appointment online and to check-in for your appointment.

Last updated: 6/27/2014

Appointment Scheduler and Check-in Guide for Plan Review
Occupancy Inspections for Existing Buildings (CE1278)

This guide provides the qualifications and submittal requirements for requesting a Certificate of Occupancy for existing buildings.

Last updated: November 5, 2025.

Occupancy Inspections for Existing Buildings (CE1278)